One of the hardest things about healthy eating for me is giving up all those treats that taste so good, yet aren’t all that good for my body. I can’t resist the occasional sweet treat, and cookies are one of my favourites. My boys love sweets just as much as I do, but of course I don’t want them having too much junk food either. Luckily, Hidden Garden has come to the rescue with tasty gluten-free and nut-free cookies that have a half-serving of hidden vegetables in every portion!

These cookies are crispy with a melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s absolutely addictive. Available in Chocolate Chip, Ginger Snap, Red Velvet and Cocoa Cherry varieties, there’s a flavour to suit everyone. And since every serving includes vegetables such as butternut squash, beets and spinach, they’re a treat that I can eat without feeling too guilty!

When it comes to holiday entertaining, having a dessert table that impresses is a must for me! I love baking up tasty cookies, candy and cakes and I tend to go a little overboard when it comes to making Christmas goodies. I have a long list of must-make treats for the holidays, and something I always include on a tray of desserts is cheesecake! Not only is it a delicious and versatile crowd-pleaser, it’s also my very favourite dessert!

If you’re looking for the perfect cheesecake recipe for your dessert table, look no further! These four scrumptious cheesecakes are sure to be a hit with your guests no matter what their tastes. Pick up some Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, choose your favourite and cook up something tasty for your upcoming holiday party!

Ginger Dark Chocolate Chunk Cheesecake

Blending chunks of dark chocolate and candied ginger results in a cheesecake with a distinctly festive flavour. But to kick it up an extra notch for holiday feasting, the crunchy gingersnap crust is a must! Topped with a dark chocolate glaze, this cheesecake is one that guests won’t be able to resist! [Read more…]

While I’m pretty happy with my body overall, I’m always interested in finding new ways to tone up a little more, burn extra fat and improve my general health. And when I can find an easy and fun way to do that, I’m even happier. I’d heard of FitTea products before and I always thought the company’s tagline “Give us a few weeks and we’ll give you a new waistline” sounded intriguing. An all-natural tea that helped promote fat burning and boost immunity sounded like a dream come true to me and since there’s nothing I love more than a soothing cup of tea, I couldn’t help but want to give the product a try. Recently I had the chance to do just that with a FitTea review about how this tea worked for me.

Initially I thought that the FitTea I had been sent was a loose-leaf product, but when I opened the bag I realized it was even better. Traditional tea bags just aren’t the best choice for extracting the maximum flavour and health benefits from tea leaves and while loose-leaf tea is delicious, it’s also a little fussy to make since having a tea ball at the ready is a must. FitTea solves the problem by using large silk pouches, keeping the tea in its proper loose leaf form and allowing proper steeping while still being quick and simple to use. For those that prefer the traditional method, however, a loose-leaf variety is also available. [Read more…]

There’s no better way to celebrate the weekend than with a fun beverage, and this week I decided to try something new for a Friday cocktail. Thanks to the recent arrival of a case of Reed’s Ginger Brew, I was in the mood to get a little spicy, so a delicious and classic Moscow Mule was the perfect choice!

The Moscow Mule is a fairly simple drink with a fun flavour that perfectly blends the spice of ginger with the tanginess of lime. It’s often made with ginger ale but I far prefer it with ginger beer since the resulting flavour is so much stronger and more complex. Finding good ginger beer isn’t always easy though, so I was pretty happy to discover all-natural Reed’s Ginger Brew!

I am a huge fan of organic chocolate and for years now, my all-time favourite brand has been Green & Black’s. From simple white, milk and dark chocolate varieties to exotic choices featuring sea salt, toffee and ginger, every Green & Black’s Organic chocolate bar I’ve tried has featured a rich, distinctive flavour that’s simply irresistible. And while I love snacking on one of these decadent bars, I love cooking with them just as much!

Last spring I used Green & Black’s Organic dark chocolate to create a light and delicious Dark Chocolate Orange Raspberry Tiramisu, and it was definitely a popular recipe. But this year I wanted to create something a little more decadent and so I decided that it was time to add my beloved Green & Black’s Organic chocolate to one of my other all-time favourite foods…cheesecake! To liven up the dessert a little, I chose Green & Blacks’ Organic Ginger Dark Chocolate and paired it with a gingersnap crumb crust and a dark chocolate glaze for a dessert that was sweet, spicy and totally irresistible.

There’s really no one moment or memory that stands out to me about the Christmas season. My affection for the holiday is a combination of tastes, sights and smells all combining to inspire the feeling of Christmas. That’s why I was so excited when I got the chance to review some very special holiday products from Scentsy.

I have used the Scentsy warmers and scent bars before and I love the fact that they fill my house with great aromas just like a scented candle does without the risk of having a lit candle in the house. I received the Tilia Warmer and Frosted Ginger Cookie Scent Bar to review and I just had to set it up as soon as I received it.

What I really loved about this warmer was the way that the silhouette design on the front stood out when the warmer was turned on. The warmers provide such a great ambiance with their combination of light and aroma. And the Frosted Ginger Cookie scent was deliciously festive and really made the whole house smell like I had just whipped up a big batch of gingerbread cookies! [Read more…]